Appleton Hazardous Location Lighting
Appleton Hazardous Location Lighting is built for environments where safety, durability, and compliance are non-negotiable. Designed for oil refineries, chemical plants, manufacturing facilities, and other classified locations, these explosion-proof LED fixtures provide reliable illumination without risk of sparks, ignition, or overheating.
Each Appleton fixture is precision-engineered to deliver bright, glare-free light while withstanding the demanding conditions of Class I, Division 1 and Division 2 hazardous locations. The housings are built from corrosion-resistant materials, capable of handling heat, moisture, dust, and heavy vibration - ensuring continuous operation in the harshest industrial settings.
Appleton has been a trusted name in industrial lighting since the 1890s, with a long legacy of innovation and safety. Every fixture undergoes rigorous quality testing and is certified under UL, NEC, ATEX, and IECEx standards, confirming suitability for hazardous areas with flammable vapors, gases, or dust.
At RSP Supply, we carry a wide range of Appleton explosion-proof LED lighting solutions - from floodlights to high bays and task lights - all backed by expert support and fast delivery. Whether you’re upgrading an offshore platform or outfitting a chemical processing plant, Appleton lights provide performance and protection you can depend on.
FAQs
What’s Appleton hazardous location lighting used for?
Appleton hazardous location lighting gives safe reliable light in places where flammable gas, vapors or dust might be, therefore you’ll feel more secure. Oil refineries, chemical plants, grain storage sites, wastewater facilities—any place where a spark could ignite—therefore need explosion‑proof lights to keep workers safe.
What makes Appleton lights suitable for hazardous locations?
They have NEC, ATEX, IECEx certifications – which means they can be used in Class I, II, III divisions and Zones 1 and 2. Their gear lets them go into spots where gas might flare or dust could spark, and they're still safe.
Are Appleton hazardous lighting products LED‑based?
Appleton’s line now features LED fixtures— they shine bright, spread light evenly and use far less power than the old HID gear, therefore the building uses less electricity. These LEDs last a long time; they also cut maintenance costs.
Can Appleton fixtures work as retrofit replacements?
Yes. Appleton’s many upgrade kits let you swap HID or fluorescent lights; therefore you don’t need to change any conduit runs or mounting hardware. Installing gets easier, and facilities can jump to LED efficiency with no big overhauls needed.
What materials are Appleton fixtures built from?
Appleton makes them from copper‑free aluminum and impact‑resistant glass; therefore no rust. These parts keep fixtures strong, so they can stand up to chemicals, humid air and the tough pressure.